Chile Powder Starter Set

Whether you are a chile head wanting to stock up your spice cabinet or you’re looking for a unique chili gift for your favorite chile pepper friend or family member you can't go wrong with this one. This is an ideal chile powder set because the heat levels are all manageable and you'll really be able to taste the subtle savory flavor sensations that each provides.

Here are your four selections:

Chipotle Powder – wildly popular in the US, our Chipotle Powder comes in at 6-7 on the heat scale of 10. These are actually smoked and dried jalapenos and these are a dark brown to black colored, shriveled pepper that has a smoky and slightly sweet chocolaty flavor and aroma.

Ancho Chile Powder – one of our best sellers, Ancho Chile Powder comes in at 3-4 on the heat scale of 10. Considered by many to be the most popular of all the chiles, they have a deep, reddish brown to black color with a mild fruity flavor with a hint of plum, raisin, tobacco and a slight earthiness.

Pasilla Powder – these may not be as widely recognized as the first two chile peppers in this set, our Pasilla Powder comes in at a 6-7 on the heat scale of 10. When ground into a powder it possesses a deep red color, the taste is pungent but with a rich flavor and herb like undertones that is sophisticated and long-lasting. Often used in authentic Mexican soups, stews and moles.

New Mexico Chile Powder –this is the mildest chile powder in the set, our New Mexico Chile Powder comes in at 2-3 on the heat scale of 10. With an earthy, sweet flavor with an undertone of weediness, acidity and a hint of dried cherries these are commonly used Southwestern and Mexican dishes to add a bit of zest (or piquancy) to salsas, red sauces, chutneys, seasonings, soups, stews and dryrubs.